Maria B is a Pakistani clothing and accessories brand based in Lahore. It was founded by Maria Butt.[2][3] It is based in Lahore, Pakistan. It has outlets all over the country.[4]

Maria B
Company typePrivate
IndustryRetail
Founded1999; 25 years ago (1999)[1]
FounderMaria Butt
Headquarters,
Pakistan
Number of locations
20 (2019)
Area served
Pakistan
Key people
Maria Butt (CEO)
ProductsClothing, accessories
OwnerMaria Butt
Websitewww.mariab.pk

History

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The business was started by Maria Butt, a graduate of the Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design in 1999 in Lahore, Pakistan. Maria B is a fashion brand of prêt a porter, couture, formal wear, lawn, embroidered fabrics, linen, and cotton in Pakistan. On the social front, the owner, Maria B has created division in society and faced criticism for her outward social conservatism, and well reasoned views on LGBTQ rights.[1][5]

Collections

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Swarovski pret collection

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In 2016, Maria B became the first designer in Pakistan who incorporated the Austrian-based global leader of crystals Swarovski in their embroidered, chiffon and lawn collections.[6] They signed their deal in 2014 with the Austrian giant.[6]

The collection was launched on 27 August 2016.[6]

Other Specialities

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Maria B is known for the following lines:[6]

  • Mkids
  • MPrints
  • Evening Wear
  • Lawn
  • Linen
  • MBasics
  • Mbroidered
  • Maria B Jewellery
  • Maria B Perfumes
  • Sateen
  • Silk
  • Eid Lawn
  • Casuals
  • Couture
  • Bridals

Stores

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Maria B has stores in all major cities of Pakistan:[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "About Maria. B. ae".
  2. ^ Abdul Ghani, Jawaid (March 6, 2010). "Maria B. Designs (Pvt.) Lt". Asian Journal of Management Cases. 7 (1): 89–102. doi:10.1177/097282011000700107 – via CrossRef.
  3. ^ "MBroidered: The latest from Maria B - The Express Tribune". 28 February 2014.
  4. ^ "Maria B goes regal at the London Fashion Parade - The Express Tribune". 14 February 2017.
  5. ^ Isani, Aamna Haider. "A crystal clear vision for global expansion". www.thenews.com.pk.
  6. ^ a b c d "Maria B to launch Pakistan's first-ever Swarovski prêt collection - The Express Tribune". 24 August 2016.